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The Spirit of Shinto
Finding Nature and Harmony on Japan's Sacred Path
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An immersive look at Japan's indigenous religion and how it can impact our daily lives. In The Spirit of Shinto, longtime Japan resident and bestselling author Hector Garcia (Ikigai: the Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life and The Book of Ichigo Ichie) offers an...
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An immersive look at Japan's indigenous religion and how it can impact our daily lives.
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An immersive look at Japan's indigenous religion and how it can impact our daily lives.
In The Spirit of Shinto, longtime Japan resident and bestselling author Hector Garcia (Ikigai: the Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life and The Book of Ichigo Ichie) offers an engaging introduction to the history, principles, and continuing influence of Shintoism in Japan. Garcia takes readers on a time-travelling journey to witness Shinto's rich history and enduring cultural influence firsthand, as well as to discover ways Shinto can help us find harmony with nature and each other as we navigate our daily lives.
This unique book provides:
- A fun, accessible introduction to Shintoism, including its history, mythology, gods, symbols, shrines, and rituals, beginning with a captivating time travel adventure.
- Insight into Shinto's influence in the West, particularly through popular anime, manga, and video games, highlighting its presence in contemporary culture.
- Practical "life lessons" on integrating Shinto concepts into everyday life to find harmony with nature and foster a deeper respect for others.
- An examination of how Shinto rituals and symbolism can refresh the human spirit and offer guidance for personal growth.
Garcia's book underscores the things we all seek—a world that values and preserves nature and respects all living beings. Whether you're passionate about Japanese culture and spirituality or intrigued by its representation in anime and manga, this book is a compelling read that connects past and present in meaningful ways.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9784805318409
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 20 May 2025
Country: United States
Imprint: Tuttle Publishing
Illustration: including 40 b&w images and 16 pages of color images
Contributors:
- Translated by Russel Andrew Calvert
- Translated by Russell Andrew Calvert
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Width: 127.0mm
Height: 191.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 160
About the Author
Award-winning author Hector Garcia has lived in Japan for over two decades and has published many books on Japanese traditions and popular culture. His popular blog kirainet.com led to his internationally successful book A Geek In Japan. Along with Francesc Miralles, he is the co-author of several international bestsellers including Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy Life, The Book of Ichigo Ichie and The Ikigai Journey: A Practical Guide to Finding Happiness and Purpose the Japanese Way. Translated by: Russell Calvert has a masters degree in translation studies from Pompeu Fabra University (Barcelona). He has 25 years TESOL (Teachers of English to Speakers of Other Languages) experience, including posts at ESADE Business School (Barcelona) and Salalah College of Applied Sciences (Oman). He was the subtitler, translator and interpreter for the 2012 Mecal International Short Film Festival of Barcelona.
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